History of Trevor May in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 23, 2024

Trevor May is a former professional baseball player who pitched for the Minnesota Twins, New York Mets, and Oakland Athletics. Following his retirement in 2023, he transitioned to content creation, becoming a Twitch and YouTube streamer. He's also a part-owner of the FCF Zappers in the Fan Controlled Football league.

September 23, 1989: Birth of Trevor May

Trevor Joseph May was born on September 23, 1989. He would go on to become a professional baseball pitcher and a Twitch and YouTube streamer.

2008: High School Graduation and State Player of the Year

In 2008, Trevor May graduated as class valedictorian from Kelso High School. He was also named 3A State Player of the Year by the Washington State Baseball Coaches Association.

2008: Drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies

Trevor May was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth round of the 2008 Major League Baseball draft.

2011: Wins Paul Owens Award

In 2011, Trevor May won the Paul Owens Award, given to the Phillies' best minor league pitcher, for his performance with the Clearwater Threshers.

December 6, 2012: Traded to the Minnesota Twins

On December 6, 2012, Trevor May was traded from the Philadelphia Phillies to the Minnesota Twins along with Vance Worley in exchange for Ben Revere.

August 9, 2014: Major League Debut

Trevor May made his Major League debut on August 9, 2014, pitching for the Minnesota Twins against the Oakland Athletics.

September 3, 2014: First MLB Win

On September 3, 2014, Trevor May achieved his first Major League win as the Minnesota Twins defeated the Chicago White Sox.

2014: MLB Debut with the Minnesota Twins

In 2014, Trevor May made his Major League Baseball debut with the Minnesota Twins.

2014: Selected for All-Star Futures Game

Trevor May was named to the 2014 All-Star Futures Game but was unable to participate due to an injury.

2016: Back Injury

In 2016, Trevor May's season was cut short due to a back injury that was later diagnosed as a stress fracture.

February 2017: Signs with Luminosity Gaming

In February 2017, Trevor May joined Canadian esports organization Luminosity Gaming as a streamer.

March 2017: Tommy John Surgery

In March 2017, an MRI revealed that Trevor May had a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his pitching elbow, leading to him undergoing Tommy John surgery and missing the entire 2017 season.

2018: Begins Season on Disabled List

Trevor May began the 2018 season on the 60-day disabled list.

2019: Strong Performance with the Twins

In 2019, Trevor May had a strong season with the Minnesota Twins, recording a 2.94 ERA and a 5-3 record.

December 2, 2020: Signs with the New York Mets

Trevor May signed a two-year, $15.5 million contract with the New York Mets on December 2, 2020.

2020: Solid Performance with the Twins

In 2020, Trevor May continued to perform well for the Twins, finishing the season with a 3.86 ERA.

2021: Career-High Appearances and Solid Performance

In 2021, Trevor May appeared in a career-high 68 games for the Mets, posting a 7-3 record and a 3.59 ERA.

May 15, 2022: Placed on Injured List

Trevor May was placed on the 60-day injured list on May 15, 2022, due to a stress reaction in his pitching arm.

December 16, 2022: Signs with the Oakland Athletics

On December 16, 2022, Trevor May signed a one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics.

October 16, 2023: Retirement Announcement and Criticism of Athletics Ownership

Trevor May announced his retirement from baseball on October 16, 2023, during a Twitch stream. He also criticized Oakland Athletics owner John Fisher and the team's planned move to Las Vegas.